On Tuesday, May 30, Andover residents will gather at the Town Hall to vote on the school budget. It is imperative that citizens vote for the budget presented by the School Board. There is a group of people in Andover who wish to close the elementary school just to save money. That would mean that […]
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Gorka, Wheeler to perform at Chocolate Church
BATH — The Chocolate Church Arts Center’s 2016-17 performance season culminates with an evening with Cheryl Wheeler and John Gorka. This dynamic musical pairing will provide an unforgettable entertainment experience, starting at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 10, on the main stage, 804 Washington St. Wheeler is a gifted songwriter with a beautiful voice. Her respect […]
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Center hosting National Cancer Survivors Day luncheon
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, located in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building, 199 Main St., has announced plans to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 2. Cancer survivors and caregivers are invited to attend a “Life’s a Party” luncheon to celebrate surviving […]
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Honor the fallen
Memorial Day is set aside to remember servicemen who gave their lives in the belief that they were acting to support freedom and justice. A suitable memorial would be for all of us to do our part to reduce conflict and injustice throughout the world. We can teach peace in our homes, welcome refugees, support […]
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Advance directives topic of talk
RUMFORD — Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice will offer a free talk about advance directives from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, at Rumford Hospital, lower level, conference room A. The talk will cover: • What is an advance directive; • Why have an advance directive; • What to put in an advance directive; […]
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Next Pitch defeats Mount Auburn Dental in a Auburn Suburban Babe Ruth game
AUBURN — Next Pitch chipped away at a seven run deficit winning in walk-off fashion in a 9-8 victory over Mount Auburn Dental. Next Pitch’s Hunter Fisher ripped a single and was eventually plated by Noah Cardonna for the game-winner. Fisher, Cardonna and Dominic Chasse all had two hits for Next Pitch. Mount Auburn was […]
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Paris Elementary school announces final trimester awards
PARIS — Paris Elementary School has announced the students who have earned awards for the second trimester. Academic Achievement Mrs. Campbell’s class, Katianna Corbett and Elijah Rader. Mrs. Moxcey’s class, Richard Dieterich, Connor Doyle, Devin Grover, Ella Pelletier, Brooklynn Robinson, Gabrielle Tibbetts and Paityn Truman. Mrs. Krahn’s class: Lucas Blackburn, Carly Burnell, Makenzi Gibbs, Mya […]
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Auburn Public Library to air expose on universal health care
AUBURN — As the Auburn Public Library gears up for its adult summer reading challenge, titled “Build a Better World,” it has announced a pre-summer program that raises one the biggest social issues of the current time. The library will present a 71-minute film expose, “Now is the Time: Healthcare for Everybody,” which advocates for […]
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Healthcare, music to be explored at Lifetree Café
LEWISTON — Practical solutions for fixing the health care system will be discussed at Lifetree Café at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1, at 1919 Lisbon Road. The program, titled “Curing Healthcare: Practical Help for an Ailing Nation,” features a filmed interview with health care insider Joe Flower, author of “Healthcare Beyond Reform.” “In our system, […]
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West Paris Down Hill Derby lists race dates
WEST PARIS — The West Paris Downhill Derby has announced the schedule for upcoming races. Races are held at the derby site on Kingsbury Street. Anyone age 7 and older are welcome to participate, and some derby cars are available to use for those who do not have a car. The races will be held […]